Rare Marble Adorns Holy Kaaba’s Shadwan
Eight pieces of rare marble adorn the Shadwan (the semi-circular wall) next to the Kaaba’s door, casting a timeless aura with their unique appearance. These pieces, known as “Miry Stone,” boast of a captivating brownish-yellow hue, believed to be around 807 years old.
A Gift to the Holy Mosque
The marble pieces were a significant gift to the Holy Mosque, adding to the grandeur and historical richness of the sacred structure. This contribution to the Holy Mosque dates back to the year 631 H (Hijri).
Kaaba Architectural Marvel
The Shadwan, intricately designed, encircles the lower wall of the Holy Kaaba from the level of circumambulation (Tawaf). It exhibits a sloped shape, constructed with marble on three sides, except for the Hijr side. Additionally, rings are affixed to the Shadwan, to which the Kaaba’s cloth is attached, blending architectural genius with spiritual significance.
Captivating the Beholders
Pilgrims and visitors to the Holy Mosque are often enchanted by the eight rare marbles’ captivating beauty, which stands as a testament to the enduring architectural and historical legacy of the Kaaba.
Upon arrival at the venue, accompanied by Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal, Minister of Sports, the Crown Prince was received by the General President of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Sudais.
After having performed circumambulation (around the holy House of God) and the following two Rakas, the Crown Prince entered the holy Kaaba and managed to start washing it.
Some princes, senior Ulema, governors, government officials, and inherit custodians of the house, also took part in the regular tradition.
